12. Mechanistic Studies Related to the Fischer–Tropsch Hydrocarbon Synthesis and Some Cognate Processes
- Prof. Peter M. Maitlis1,
- Prof. Arno de Klerk2
Published Online: 11 FEB 2013
DOI: 10.1002/9783527656837.ch12
Copyright © 2013 Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA
Book Title

Greener Fischer-Tropsch Processes for Fuels and Feedstocks
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How to Cite
Maitlis, P. M. (2013) Mechanistic Studies Related to the Fischer–Tropsch Hydrocarbon Synthesis and Some Cognate Processes, in Greener Fischer-Tropsch Processes for Fuels and Feedstocks (eds P. M. Maitlis and A. de Klerk), Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim, Germany. doi: 10.1002/9783527656837.ch12
Editor Information
- 1
University of Sheffield, Department of Chemistry, Sheffield S3 7HF, United Kingdom
- 2
University of Alberta, Chemical & Materials Engineering, 9107 – 116 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2V4, Canada
Publication History
- Published Online: 11 FEB 2013
- Published Print: 20 FEB 2013
ISBN Information
Print ISBN: 9783527329458
Online ISBN: 9783527656837
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Keywords:
- chemisorption;
- desorption;
- methanation;
- oxygenates;
- spectroscopy;
- syngas
Summary
This chapter contains sections titled:
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Synopsis
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Introduction
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Basic FT Reaction: Dissociative and Associative Paths
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Some Mechanisms-Related Experimental Studies
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Current Views on the Mechanisms of the FT-S
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Now: Toward a Consensus?
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Dual FT Mechanisms
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Cognate Processes: The Formation of Oxygenates in FT-S
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Dual Mechanisms Summary
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Improvements by Catalyst Modifications
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Catalyst Activation and Deactivation Processes
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Desorption and Displacement Effects
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Directions for Future Researches
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Caveat
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References
